Below you will find a variety of news items for the Northampton Survival Center.
Hunger skyrockets in region
High inflation, expiration of pandemic programs have led to ‘perfect storm of increasing costs’ for basic necessities.
Read MoreRecord rates of food assistance needed, state grants seek to help
Food insecurity is an ongoing problem across the country, and Western Massachusetts is no different. According to an annual report from the Greater Boston Food Bank, 2023 saw 48% of people in Hampden County facing food insecurity. The same was true for 37% of Hampshire County residents.
Read MoreHelp Protect HIP!
Your help is needed to protect HIP, a vital program for SNAP recipients and local farmers in Massachusetts!
Read MoreWestern Mass Pagan Pride Day
Since 2000, Western MA Pagan Pride day is one of many Pagan Pride Day events that take place worldwide. As a nonprofit organization, we strive to establish awareness of earth-centered spiritual traditions in our local communities. People of all faiths (or none) and walks of life are invited to join us on Saturday September 28, 2024, 10:00 am through 6:00 pm.
Read MoreSal’s Food Drive returns to Northampton for its third year this month
NORTHAMPTON — A local Northampton business is once again joining forces with the community to help a major social service in the city.
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